Jerome Baker Fantasy

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jerome Baker (knee) is believed to have avoided a serious knee injury when he went down in the first quarter of the Week 7 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, according to a source. MRI results came back negative for Baker, but his status for a Week 8 matchup with the division-rival Buffalo Bills is in question. Elandon Roberts saw more playing time as a result of Baker's injury and struggled to keep up with Falcons rookie tight end Kyle Pitts. Against one of the best offenses in the league in Buffalo in Week 8, fantasy managers should be staying far away from Miami's defense. In seven games this year, Baker has 43 tackles (29 solo), two passes defensed, one forced fumble and one sack.

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Miami Dolphins rookie linebacker Jerome Baker has received heavy praise from both the Dolphins coaching staff and front office this preseason in training camp. Baker, a third round pick out of Ohio State, could become a starting linebacker for the Dolphins. He replaced incumbent strong-side linebacker Stephone Anthony in practice on Sunday and has been getting first team reps since. Anthony was a backup for the Dolphins last season, so his job is by no means safe. If Baker gets the starting job he could be an impact rookie in IDP leagues right away. This is a situation worth monitoring throughout the preseason.

Aug. 15th • 11:29 AM